Description
Delicious cheesy bites filled with broccoli, perfect for appetizers or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare Broccoli: Blanch broccoli florets in boiling water for 2-3 minutes until tender. Cool under cold water and chop finely.
- Make Cheese Mixture: In a bowl, combine chopped broccoli, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and cream cheese. Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and fully combined.
- Form Balls: Take a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a small ball. Repeat until all mixture is used.
- Coat the Bites: Place the flour in a shallow dish. In another dish, place the beaten eggs. In the third dish, add the breadcrumbs. Roll each ball in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Fry: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the balls in batches for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Notes
- Freeze formed balls for 15 minutes before frying to keep their shape.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of chili flakes to the cheese mixture.
- Serve with dipping sauces like ranch or marinara for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite